Mervat M El-Eshmawy
Egypt
Research Article
Thyroid Function and Volume are Associated with Anthropometric Measurements and Insulin Resistance in Egyptian Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Author(s): Hala A Abd El-Hafez, Mohamed M Elrakhawy, Sherin Abd El-Aziz and Mervat M El-EshmawyHala A Abd El-Hafez, Mohamed M Elrakhawy, Sherin Abd El-Aziz and Mervat M El-Eshmawy
Background: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is frequently associated with insulin resistance (IR) and obesity. On the other hand, obesity has been previously linked to endocrine disorders especially thyroid dysfunction. The purpose of this study was to assess thyroid function and volume in women with PCOS and to evaluate their relations to anthropometric measurements and IR.
Methods: The study enrolled 40 women with PCOS and 62 healthy women matched for age and body mass index (BMI). BMI, waist circumference (WC), homeostasis model assessment of Insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), lipid profile, androgens, thyroid function tests and thyroid volume were evaluated. PCOS women were divided according to HOMA-IR into 2 subgroups: non-insulin resistant and insulin resistant PCOS.
Results: Insulin resistant PCOS; but not total or non-insulin r.. View More»
